The pain of loosing a partner comes with a lot.
Irreplaceable Loss and vacuum which bring grief
Except in extreme cases of terminal illnesses no one ever prepares to be widowed🥲.
This is aside fuzziness, fogginess and clumsiness in their thinking. Becausethere are no templates to grieving
🎯The biggest concern here is often lack of information and self pity. We must keep up the advocacy to do away with harmful widowhood practices.
🎯The Social connections and companionship during this period of loss goes a long well to helping reduce the risk of psychological and emotional stress which will always manifest in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
🎯In-kind and cash support can never be overemphasised. Financial stress often predisposes Widows and their children to become more vulnerable
🎯Information Sharing and Education is also empowering. Letting them know their rights and legal processes , reminding them that they are not alone to help them recover quickly from trauma
